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South Dakota Association of Conservation Districts
Watershed Planning and Development Project
Prairie Area


Area Overview

The Project addresses five impaired water bodies in the Prairie watershed area: Brakke Dam (130 surface acres), Fate Dam (150 acres), Freeman Lake (65 acres), Hayes Lake (74 acres), and Lake Waggoner (98 acres). Together, the lakes have a watershed area of 102,225 acres.

Freeman Lake is impaired by high levels of selenium and nitrates created by saline seeps. The other four lakes experience high siltation rates and excessive levels of nutrients (particularly phosphates) and algae. The water quality problems of the five lakes are primarily due to agricultural activities.

    
 

Resource Management SpecialistPhoto of Jody Jessop

Jody Jessop, is the Resource Management Specialist responsible for assisting landowners in the Prairie area. Jody, who comes from a South Dakota family ranch background, holds a degree in animal science.

Mr. Jessop may be reached at 605-280-6367.
 
For additional information, contact:

Watershed Project Coordinator
Duane Murphey
605-280-8504
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